The Notebook

In 1964, Bob Dylan struck a nerve with his song, “The Times They Are a-Changin’.” There was upheaval and unrest in our nation. People were anxious and worried about the future. Many were concerned that the past, and the things they loved, were gone forever. Indeed, the times were a-changin’.  In our home, we could have this…

August in Mississippi. Just saying that makes me sweat. You know that kind of heat that makes the road look wet in the distance. There is nothing like stepping out the door in the morning and having summer give you a big, wet hug. The thought of yard work in August makes my head itch.…

In the South, we have some customs that I hope never pass away. A lot of us send food rather than flowers when someone dies. Men walking with their wife or daughter still walk closest to the traffic. When addressing someone older than we are, we call them “Mr.” or “Mrs.” even when we’re all adults.  I’m not sure how…

As someone who loves to write, it always excites me when someone picks up one of my books. But what means even more is when they come back later and say, “I’ve enjoyed reading your book. It has meant a lot to me.” There is no greater compliment an author can receive than knowing someone…

Luke 15:10 — 10 I tell you, in the same way, there is joy in the presence of God’s angels over one sinner who repents.”             Luke chapter 15 is often called the chapter of lost things. Jesus tells three parables: a lost sheep, a lost coin, and a lost son. Amazingly, the One who…

Joshua 11:6 — 6 The Lord said to Joshua, “Do not be afraid of them, for at this time tomorrow I will cause all of them to be killed before Israel. You are to hamstring their horses and burn their chariots.” In Joshua chapter 11, Israel faced one of its greatest military challenges. The enemy…